DNR: Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP)

2016-2020 Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP)

INTRODUCTION

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SCORP 2016-2020 Outdoor Recreation Priorities for Providers and Stakeholders

CHAPTER 1: The Surveys

The Outdoor Recreation Participation Survey
The Local Park and Recreation Provider Study
The Trails Activity Survey

CHAPTER 2: Themes and Trends

Limitations of the Surveys
Survey technologies changing
A look at the surveys themselves
Recurring themes in the surveys
Needs Assessment

CHAPTER 3: Supply of Outdoor Recreation Acreage in Indiana

National Recreation and Parks Association Standards for Public Park Acreage
Indiana’s LOS Standards for Parks, Recreation, and Open Space
State/federal outdoor recreation acres listed by County and Region: State and Federal public outdoor recreation land
Total outdoor recreation acres listed by County and Region: All public outdoor recreation lands currently recorded in the DNR Facilities Inventory
Critical Counties

CHAPTER 4: Supply of Wetlands in Indiana

Indiana wetlands legislation, initiatives and resources
Indiana wetlands acreage

CHAPTER 5: Accessibility and Outdoor Recreation

Why Accessibility?
Overview of Legislation
Standards and Guidelines
Program Access
Above and Beyond
A word about products, designers and consultants
Wrap-up and resources

CHAPTER 6: Indiana Trails Plan

Ultimate Goal: A trail within 7.5 miles or 15 minutes of all Hoosiers
State Visionary Trails
Trail Funding
Conclusions and Recommendations

CHAPTER 7: Some Resources, Ideas and Information

The APA’s City Parks Forum: A helpful resource
The IPRA’s Parks & Recreation Education and Research Links
Paying for Parks and Recreation During an Economic Downturn
DNR Organizational Chart
Indiana Department of Natural Resources Divisions
Other Related Indiana Government Offices
DNR SCORP Division Representatives

Appendices

Complete Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan